S1 Ep1552: Campaign to Save Strath's Iconic St Andrews Church
There’s a campaign to save the oldest Presbyterian church building in South Australia, which is in need of repairs. The icon of the town was built by Scottish settlers in 1848 and is considered to hold both spiritual and cultural significance. Helen Stacey from the fundraising and publicity group joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the project, the history of the church and region and to tell us a...
17m Apr 29, 2022
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S1 Ep1552: 'Tinker, Tailor, Butcher, Baker & Even the Undertaker' - Celebrating Mannum History
A walking tour of Mannum’s main street is on for South Australia’s History Festival in May. The Mannum & District History Association is hosting the weekly events (Wednesdays 2-3.30 in May) at their brand new home, the Mannum Institute (47 Randall Road). Secretary, Jude Johnson, joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about Tinker, Tailor, Butcher, Baker and Even the Undertaker (https://f...
9m Apr 29, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1551: SA's Strategy for Autism in Schools - Minister Boyer
As announced before the election, Labor plans to support SA families and teachers with a new Autism Strategy for SA public schools. The State Government is working to roll out the strategy which includes appointing a lead teacher in every primary school and recruiting a pool of specialists including psychologists and counsellors, and targeting early intervention in preschools. Education Minis...
13m Apr 28, 2022
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S1 Ep1551: COTA's Agenda for the Federal Election
Council on the Ageing (COTA) Australia, the peak body and leading advocate for older Australians, has released its Agenda for the next Government and Parliament on the needs of older Australians. The wide-ranging policy agenda sets out opportunities to improve the lives of older Australians. For a South Australian perspective, Jane Mussared from COTA SA joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
7m Apr 28, 2022
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S1 Ep1550: Alexandrina Mayor Keith Parkes on LGA Elections, Lot 10, Cat By-Laws & Tourism Awards
Keith Parkes joins Jennie Lenman to discuss his bid for a third term as Mayor of Alexandrina this November. The pair also discuss the Lot 10 Masterplan in Strathalbyn, Potential Plans for cat containment laws in the region and how Goolwa and Langhorne Creek are in the running to be SA's Top Tourism Town.
8m Apr 27, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1550: Silent Protest Against Erosion of NDIS in Murraylands
A woman in the Murraylands has been staging a silent protest (https://www.5mu.com.au/news/local-news/40-local-news/115511-silent-protest-against-erosion-of-ndis-in-murraylands) this month outside the Federal Member Tony Pasin’s office in Murray Bridge. Dawn Matthews has been displaying signs about the erosion of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and encouraging others to come and...
10m Apr 27, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1549: Murray Bridge Mayor Discusses His Health & Legacy
Brenton Lewis, Mayor of the Rural City of Murray Bridge, will be stepping aside at the Local Government Elections later this year. He joins Jennie Lenman in studio to discuss his impending retirement, how cancer has changed his perspective and what he is proud to have achieved in his leadership role.
9m Apr 26, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1549: Call-out for Artists & Spaces this SALA Fest
Artists and venues are being encouraged to register for this year's SALA (https://www.salafestival.com/) Festival. The South Australian Living Artists Festival is the world’s largest open access visual arts festival, with 9,000 creatives participating each year. CEO of SALA Kate Moskwa joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
7m Apr 26, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1548: Defend Our NDIS - Community Living Australia
A day of action (https://everyaustraliancounts.com.au/election-2022/election-22-day-of-action/) is planned around Australia on Thursday April 28 with a call for more investment in the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme). Non-for-profit local organisation Community Living Australia (http://www.claust.com.au/) is throwing its weight behind the campaign. Chief Executive Mark Kulinski joi...
6m Apr 20, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1547: Students Helping Threatened Fish Thrive in Murraylands
Greenlands Drive Dam at Murray Bridge was a hive of activity in March as about 60 students from three schools helped to replenish one of the region’s most threatened fish species, the Southern Purple-spotted Gudgeon. Wetlands Ecologist Sam Hardy from the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board was there. He joins Jennie Lenman to talk about it.
7m Apr 08, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1546: COTA SA's Rainbow Hub Comes to Victor Harbor
There are around 70,000 people in SA who are part of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex (LGBTI) community. COTA SA's Rainbow Hub offers activities for members of the LGBTI community in Adelaide and the regions. Jackie Wurm, Project Officer with COTA SA, joins Jennie Lenman to talk about Rainbow Hub and a couple of events at the Anchorage Seafront Hotel on Wednesday April 13, inclu...
8m Apr 08, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1545: A Youth Perspective on Drinking & Mental Health in Murray Bridge
Young people’s mental health has taken a hit during the pandemic, with 49% of responders in the 2021 Planet Youth Survey indicating that their mental health had worsened as a result of COVID's impact on events, social occasions and sports.   Murray Bridge is one of seven Australian sites for the Internationally renowned Planet Youth pilot project exploring behaviours and attitudes of local sc...
7m Apr 07, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1545: Murray Bridge Mayor on Youth Mental Health & Substance Use
Young people’s mental health has taken a hit during the pandemic, with 49% of responders in the 2021 Planet Youth Survey indicating that their mental health had worsened as a result of COVID's impact on events, social occasions and sports. Murray Bridge is one of seven Australian sites for the Internationally renowned Planet Youth pilot project exploring behaviours and attitudes of local schoo...
7m Apr 07, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1545: Advice for Tourism Business Owners - Delight Disrupt Deliver
What’s the key to small business and tourism recovery from COVID? It’s not about who has the biggest marketing budget, but rather who understands the fundamentals that really matter to customers. In the new book, Delight Disrupt Deliver (https://www.deanpublishing.com/product/delightdisruptdeliver/) award-winning tourism entrepreneur and author Milton Collins draws upon over 40 years’ experien...
8m Apr 07, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1544: Lobethal Bushland Park Now Thrives
Just over two years on from the Cudlee Creek bushfires and Lobethal Bushland Park is looking better than ever. The 2019-20 Black Summer Bushfires which ripped through 95 per cent of the significant native park spanning 118 hectares. President of the Friends of Lobethal Bushland Park (https://www.facebook.com/FOLBP/) Billy-Jo Brewer joins Jennie Lenman to talk about the volunteer effort and ho...
7m Apr 06, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1544: Mayor Ferguson on Live Streaming & Major Project Developments
Mount Barker District Council will introduce live streaming of council meetings from next month on. Anyone with internet access will be able to watch meetings at the time they occur without physically going to the Council Chamber.  Meantime, there are progress updates for two major projects in the region; the Town Square Masterplan and the Aquatic and Leisure Centre. Mayor Ann Ferguson joins...
10m Apr 06, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1543: Living Without Fingerprints - A Positive Life after Trauma
The life of South Aussie-born international winemaker John Weeks turned upside down when an explosion burnt 75 per cent of his body in 2014. While he was the first in the world to undergo a revolutionary process for skin regeneration called NovoSorb, he still spent years recovering mentally and physically. Since then he has found ways to cope with trauma, including working on his photo-biogra...
12m Apr 05, 2022
12m
S1 Ep1543: River Murray Boat Owners Celebrate Centenary of Lock 1
It was 100 years ago on April 6 that the first boat, the Captain Sturt, travelled through Lock 1 of the River Murray at Blanchetown. The River Murray Boat Owners Association (RMBOA) is celebrating the event by placing a brass plaque on the wall of the lock on Wednesday 6 April (around 8.20am) so that each time a boat travels through the lock the people on board can recognise the extensive hist...
7m Apr 05, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1542: 'Discovering Matthew' Shines a Light on Autism
There are many families in our region who need encouragement as relatives and friends struggle with an autism diagnosis. South Coast author, educator and speech pathologist, Vivienne Freestone, has released a fictional novel called 'Discovering Matthew' that she says everyone could benefit from, including parents and those on the autism spectrum.  Vivienne joins Jennie Lenman to have a chat a...
11m Apr 01, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1542: The Art of Prospecting
SAPOL suspects vandalism at some ovals in Stirling and Uraidla in March were the result of prospectors looking for valuables. David Sigston, Vice President of the Southern Seekers Detecting Club, says there's an art to prospecting and it should not involve damaging property. He joins Jennie Lenman to share his thoughts and talk about some highlights in his prospecting career so far.
9m Apr 01, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1541: How Men Seek Help
A new study has shed much needed light on how men seek help when faced with life challenges. Commissioned by the National Mental Health Commission and undertaken by the men’s help group, Men’s Table (https://themenstable.org/) , the ‘From Couch to Community’ report surveys men facing life challenges finding that although men see a need for help, they are not sure how to go about seeking help. ...
7m Mar 31, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1540: Tony Pasin MP on the Federal Budget
The Morrison Government is spruiking the Federal Budget as a plan for a stronger future promising cost of living relief, job creation, a continuation of essential services and a strengthening of Defence. Member for Barker Tony Pasin joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
11m Mar 30, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1540: Rebekha Sharkie MP on the Federal Budget
The Federal Member for Mayo has given the Federal Budget a C+  Rebekha Sharkie joins Jennie Lenman to share her thoughts as a member of the Centre Alliance team.
8m Mar 30, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1540: COTA SA on the Federal Budget
How have older South Australians faired in the 2022-23 Federal Budget? COTA SA's Chief Executive Jane Mussared joins Jennie Lenman to share her thoughts.
6m Mar 30, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1539: Celebrating Mindfulness & Wine, 2 Years on from Cudlee Creek
The Adelaide Hills is celebrating wellness over a three-day festival this weekend (1-3 April) called Wellness Wander (https://wellnesswander.com.au/) .  More than 75 unique events have been scheduled across the region including ‘Nourish | A Mindfulness Experience at Tillbrook Estate (https://wellnesswander.com.au/activities/nourish-a-mindfulness-experience/) ’ on Saturday and Sunday at 5pm. O...
9m Mar 29, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1538: Caravan Industry Concerned Over Safety Standard Delays
The national peak caravan body has voiced disappointment over continual delays surrounding the implementation of the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) over the past seven years. A Road Vehicle Standards Amendment Bill set to be introduced into Federal Parliament this week proposes a delay for the rollout of specific safety standards in the industry. Caravan Industry Association of Australia's...
7m Mar 28, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1538: Focus One Program Offers Holistic Health Support
Healthy Habits supports people who want to develop healthy habits for improved health and wellbeing. The FocusOne Health tailored wellbeing program is funded by Country South Australia Primary Health Network and is available to people in Murray Bridge, the Riverland, and Limestone Coast. Senior Program Officer Teresa Baker, RN and Nutritionist, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the program and o...
5m Mar 28, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1537: Start of Wine Harvest in SA - Glenn the Wine Guy
It is vintage time in all your favourite SA wine regions. Glenn Malycha from Wine Pro got in touch this morning to have a quick yarn with Jennie about the season and the latest trends.
4m Mar 25, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1537: Southern Bell Frogs & the Power of Cobra Venom
This Fun Fact Friday, Jennie Lenman learns a little about the positive benefits of a deadly substance - Cobra Venom. She also hears about the local effort in recovering the Southern Bell Frog population. Peter Mirtschin, a conservationist and retired Toxinologist from Clayton Bay, shares his knowledge. 
7m Mar 25, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1536: Mayor Responds to Sugars Beach Masterplan Criticism
Sugars Beach at Hindmarsh Island is set to undergo a major development. Initial concept designs have been drawn-up for the $7.6 million eco-tourism hub with a $1 million funding pledged announced by former Minister David Basham earlier this month. The plan includes boardwalks with viewing platforms, a cultural tourist hub showcasing local Ngarrindjeri cultural heritage and art, BBQ and picnic...
8m Mar 23, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1536: Sharkie's Take on the State Election Result
As the State Election results continue to come in the Federal Member for Rebekha Sharkie says it is heartening to see so many Independent members and women succeeding. She joins Jennie Lenman for a chat about it and to share some tips for grant writing on the last day for applications for the $100,000 Mayo Community Renewables Fund (https://www.rebekhasharkie.com.au/renewablesfund2022guideline...
8m Mar 23, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1536: Opportunities to Work in Disability Support
There are lots of opportunities for South Australians to take up disability support roles at the moment with a workforce shortage and funding opportunities in the NDIS. Chief Executive at Community Living Australia (http://www.claust.com.au/) , Mark Kulinski, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss what it takes to become a disability support worker and the opportunities it provides. You can contact C...
5m Mar 23, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1535: AMA SA Responds to Labor Win
Healthcare was a big area of concern for voters this State Election, with Labor promising a significant boost in the sector. How do Labor’s promises stack up with the Australian Medical Association (AMA) SA’s wishlist? Vice President, Port Lincoln GP Dr John Williams, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
9m Mar 22, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1535: Dan Cregan MP on his Election Win
Kavel Incumbent MP Dan Cregan has had a resounding win as an Independent in the 2022 State Election. He joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about the win, the priorities moving forward for the growing Hills region, and how the Cudlee Creek bushfires impacted his mental health. For support in a crisis, contact Lifeline (24/7): 13 11 14.
7m Mar 22, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1535: National Award for Beach Huts Middleton
Eight of South Australia’s tourism businesses are considered among the best in the country, after receiving awards at the weekend Australian Tourism Awards in Queensland. Beach Huts Middleton was presented with the Gold for the 3-3.5 Star Accommodation category, beating out hotels and resorts from across Australia. Co-owner Dave Palmer joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the good news.
5m Mar 22, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1534: Federal Fusion Party Promises Rational Decision-Making
A clear message is coming through following Saturday's State Election—voters are fed up with the status quo. Joining Jennie Lenman to share his thoughts on state politics and look to the Federal Election is SA Senate Candidate with the Fusion Party (https://www.fusionparty.org.au/) Drew Wolfendale.
7m Mar 21, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1534: How a Change in Government Could Impact Business
Labor’s right faction figurehead has led the State Opposition into majority Government in South Australia. There was a lot of talk from Peter Malinauskas on ‘business’ during the election campaign. Business SA Director of Policy and Advocacy, Kendall Crowe joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the change.
6m Mar 21, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1533: Rotary Raises Thousands for Flood Relief from Festival Cans
The Rotary Club of Victor Harbor has raised $10,000 for victims of flooding in the Eastern States. Rotary Australia World Community Service created the National Flood Relief Appeal for people impacted by the current floods in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. The exercise was a huge success, with the club generating a whopping $5,000 from cans and bottles to add to another $5,000 in do...
6m Mar 18, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1532: Shrinkflation - The Ultimate Con for Hungry Consumers?
There is a troubling retail trend expected to worsen as the price of commodities go up globally. It is called 'Shrinkflation', where companies try to claw back revenue by decreasing the weight of a product but continue to list it at the same price Consumer behaviour analyst Barry Urquhart from Marketing Focus joins Jennie Lenman to share his knowledge and thoughts on how the practice impacts ...
7m Mar 17, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1532: Mt Barker Mayor on Streaming Meetings & Seniors Online Initiative
A push to make Mount Barker Council meetings more accessible has been delayed. At this month’s Council meeting, five councillors voted in favor of live streaming audio (news/local-news/40-local-news/114867-mt-barker-mayor-keeps-council-meetings-offline-for-now) and video of full meetings from April onwards, while five voted against. Mayor Ann Ferguson had the deciding vote for the matter, opt...
5m Mar 17, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1531: Epic Effort for Mental Health at Ski for Life
Ski For Life had a phenomenal weekend raising money and awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. In one of its best years so far, 330 people registered for the event with 21 of the participants skiing the entire 456 km journey from Murray Bridge to Renmark over three days. Chair Mark Facy joins Jennie Lenman to reflect on how it went. 
7m Mar 15, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1530: Palmer's 10th Anniversary Sculpture Biennial
South Australian sculptor Greg Johns founded the Palmer Sculpture Landscape in 2001 as an awe-inspiring natural venue for contemporary sculpture. Since then, the Palmer Biennial Sculpture Exhibition (https://palmersculpturebiennial.org/about/) has become a world class event and the land has transformed thanks to ongoing ecological restoration work. Greg joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to ...
8m Mar 10, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1530: Mayor Ferguson on Mt Barker's Growth
It has been a big week for announcements in the Adelaide Hills, including a passenger rail investment trial proposal from Spanish train manufacturing company Talgo and SA Labor has promised to spend $220 million on a new hospital in the growing town of Mount Barker. It comes just weeks after Mount Barker Mayor Ann Ferguson threatened to freeze developments in the town in order for road infrast...
9m Mar 10, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1529: Spanish Train Manufacturer Pitches Hills Rail Project - Podcast
Spanish train manufacturer Talgo has offered to fund a $2.5M passenger rail trial in the Adelaide Hills and is calling for State Government support (news/local-news/40-local-news/114747-spanish-train-manufacturer-pitches-hills-rail-project) . The express service between Mount Barker and Adelaide could run within 45-minutes, compared with an estimate by Infrastructure SA of 71 minutes. Former ...
9m Mar 09, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1529: Rebekha Sharkie on Women in Politics
On International Women’s Day, the Member for Mayo, Rebekha Sharkie gave a speech on 'Breaking the Bias'. Much like many women in politics, the Federal MP has experienced sexism in her career. She joins Jennie Lenman to talk about the phenomenon, where we are up to following the Jenkins report and what is left to improve gender equality.
8m Mar 09, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1529: River Murray Youth Council Recruitment Drive
High school students with a passion for the environment are encouraged to join the River Murray Youth Council (RMYC). The Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board invites students from years 7 to 12 with an interest in the environment and existing members to come along to an information session on Thursday 10 March and find out about the River Murray Youth Council (RMYC), with registration is...
4m Mar 09, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1528: Powerful Speeches from Inspirational Women
International Women’s Day (https://unwomen.org.au/get-involved/international-womens-day/about/#IWD%20Theme) (IWD) – 8 March – is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women, who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities. Jennie Lenman celebrates the day by speaking with the...
10m Mar 08, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1528: Labor's Plan for New Home Buyers in SA
SA Labor has announced a plan to help first home buyers enter the market. If elected on 19 March, a Labor State Government would introduce a specific home loan product for first home buyers to help them enter the market while also supporting the construction of new homes in South Australia. In an increasingly competitive market, the party would work with Government-backed lender HomeStart to ...
7m Mar 08, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1527: Monarto Safari Park Visitor Centre Project to Be Unveiled
Construction on Monarto Safari Park's new Visitor Centre is being completed with an opening date set for March 25. The Visitor Centre will have the capacity to welcome an additional 55,000 people per year and includes an indoor and outdoor café, nature play spaces, retail spaces and a striking view across the plains.  In the lead up to the official opening, two preview days for Zoos SA member...
7m Mar 07, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1527: Should SA Be Better Prepared for Earthquakes?
Experts say the earthquake that shook Mount Barker and surrounds yesterday as was the largest to occur within 30km of Adelaide in over a decade. More than 12,600 people felt the tremor from Victor Harbor to Kapunda, Marino to Mypolonga. While significant earthquakes are rare in South Australia, they do happen, including the 1954 earthquake in Adelaide which was 50 times larger.  One of Geosc...
6m Mar 07, 2022
6m